About Biology
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Biology is the study of living things. Because of the tremendous diversity of life forms, biology is perhaps the broadest of all of the scientific disciplines. It is the conviction of the Biology faculty that undergraduates should be broadly trained in biology and that graduate school is the appropriate place for specialized training. Individual living things can be studied on various levels ranging from their molecules through their cells, tissues, and organ systems. Populations of living things and their interactions with one another and with their environment represent another level of study.
Careers
The Bachelor of Science degree in Biology opens the door directly to a variety of career opportunities. The opportunities are as broad and varied as biology itself. These careers may involve analytical work in laboratories, environmental sample collection, technical sales, or technical product support. The U.S. and state and local governments also employ biology graduates in a variety of jobs. See representative titles of careers in biology.